Elizabeth Traditional Elem vs First Ward Creative Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elizabeth Traditional Elem
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades K–5
409 students
First Ward Creative Arts Academy
Charlotte · Public elementary · Grades K–5
421 students
| Measure | Elizabeth Traditional Elem Charlotte, North Carolina | First Ward Creative Arts Academy Charlotte, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #658 of 1,457 | #667 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #35777 of 50,301 | #35967 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 409 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 99.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 49% |
| city | Charlotte | Charlotte |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.2 vs 33.9).
- •First Ward Creative Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (49% vs 45%).
- •Elizabeth Traditional Elem does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Elizabeth Traditional Elem does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.0).
- •First Ward Creative Arts Academy is the larger school with 421 students compared with 409.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Elizabeth Traditional Elem better than First Ward Creative Arts Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Elizabeth Traditional Elem and First Ward Creative Arts Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Charlotte and Charlotte in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elizabeth Traditional Elem: 409. First Ward Creative Arts Academy: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elizabeth Traditional Elem and First Ward Creative Arts Academy rank in North Carolina?
Elizabeth Traditional Elem is 658th of 1,457 and First Ward Creative Arts Academy is 667th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).